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US’ test of new missile shows it may be preparing for war with China: Analyst

The US Navy’s test of a new weapons system in the Pacific shows that the United States “may be preparing for war with China,” says an analyst.

Japan Open: Djokovic beats Pouille , reaches semis

Novak Djokovic has sealed a spot in the semifinals of the Japan Open. 

Haitians call for President Moise to step down

Haitians marched to the headquarters of the United Nations on Friday to protest international support for President Jovenel Moise.

Iraqi parliament speaker vows housing, healthcare reform

The Iraqi parliament speaker has vowed that the government will soon build apartments for the poor.

Top Democrats ask Pence to turn over Ukraine documents

Top US Democrats have formally requested documents related to President Donald Trump’s policy toward Ukraine from Vice President Mike Pence.

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Spain says will respond with strength to new US tariffs

Spain has summoned the US ambassador to Madrid to dismiss and vow strong response to any new US tariffs on EU goods.

Hong Kong protesters cover faces in defiance of mask ban

Hong Kong protesters took part in a day-long protest as the region’s government invoked a law to ban face masks at public gatherings. 

Russian prime minister inaugurates oil extraction plant in Cuba

The Russian prime minister inaugurates an oil extraction plant in Boca de Jaruco, Cuba.

US trade deficit widened in August to $54.9 billion

The US trade deficit increased in August as imports of consumer goods surged to a record high, but the gap with China narrowed.

CIA penetrated US media decades ago to censor press freedom: Analyst

The CIA penetrated US media organizations decades ago to suppress and censor the freedom of press and news broadcasting, says an American academic and analyst.

China says will not probe Biden, rejecting Trump’s request

China says it will not “interfere in the internal affairs of the US,” rejecting a public request by US President Donald Trump that China probe his political rival Joe Biden.

Accused of abuse, priests move on to teach, counsel, prey

Nearly 1,700 US priests and other clergy members that the Roman Catholic Church considers credibly accused of child sexual abuse are living under the radar with little to no oversight.

China Open: Thiem ousts Murray

Dominic Thiem of Austria has defeated Andy Murray in straight sets to reach the semi-finals of the China Open in Beijing.

Transport aircraft crash-lands in Ukraine, 5 killed

At least five people are killed as an Antonov-12 transport aircraft crash-lands in western Ukraine.

Palestinian killed by Israeli fire in Gaza

Israeli forces kill a Palestinian youth during an anti-occupation protest in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Anti-Iran alliance imploding as leaders overwhelmed by own dilemmas: Haaretz

The leaders of the anti-Iran line were each absorbed in his own crisis this week, the daily says.

Ukraine says plans major prisoner swap with Russia

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Vadym Prystaiko says his country plans to conduct a “large-scale” prisoner swap with Russia.

Young Palestinians find Israeli spying device in northern West Bank

The device was found in the village of Kobar.

Trump’s war on scientific research has hit ‘crisis point’: Study

An American think-tank has warned that interference in government research by the Trump administration has reached “a crisis point”.

UK cancer hospital falls victim to Boris Johnson policy

The UK Government’s lackluster policy on healthcare has claimed yet another victim, this time an NHS cancer hospital in Mount Vernon.

Russia’s Caspian Fleet conducts massive drills in Dagestan

Russian Caspian Fleet troops carry out missile drills using Tornado-G rocket launchers at the Dalniy firing range in the Republic of Dagestan.

Fuel protests continue in Ecuador, 275 people arrested

Protests over fuel subsidy cuts paralyze transportation in major Ecuadorean cities, a day after unrest in which 275 people were arrested.

Scotland Court: Johnson to seek Brexit delay if no-deal looms

UK PM will seek an extension from the EU if he fails to secure a Brexit deal by October 19, documents reveal.

Iraq’s top Shia cleric urges security forces, protesters to avoid violence

Iraq’s top Shia cleric calls on security forces and protesters to avoid violence amid unrest which the Iraqi premier says is being hijacked by certain elements.